Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice

The closing date is 18 June 2025

Job summary

Band 3 Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice

(BSc Hons Therapeutic Radiography Apprenticeship - University of Hertfordshire)

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare? This is a fantastic opportunity to earn a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography from the University of Hertfordshire while gaining hands-on experience with the friendly and supportive team at the Berkshire Cancer Centre.

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds, including:

o Recent college or sixth form leavers.o Current NHS or health and social care staff.o Existing degree holders.o Career changers looking to join the NHS.

This 3-year apprenticeship programme combines academic study with practical training at our Radiotherapy departments in Reading and Bracknell. Academic content is delivered through a blend of university-based, virtual, and on-site clinical teaching.

Programme Start Date: January 2026Interviews to be held after: 24th June 2025Closing Date for Applications: 18th June 2025

Main duties of the job

As a Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer, you will:

o Gain experience in all aspects of radiotherapy service delivery, cancer care and oncology.o Learn about patient care, treatment planning, radiation delivery, and quality assurance.o Have a minimum of 20% protected time for academic learning and development.o Support the administrative and reception duties for the radiotherapy service.o Gain the proficiency and skills required to qualify as a HCPC registered Therapeutic Radiographer.

You will be fully supported throughout your apprenticeship and beyond, with dedicated academic and clinical mentorship.

Useful Links:

University of Hertfordshire Programme Page:

BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography | Courses | Uni of Herts

About us

The Berkshire Cancer Centre is a CHKS-accredited facility equipped with:

o 2 GE CT scanners.o 4 Elekta Linear Accelerators.o Superficial X-ray and high-dose Brachytherapy units.o A variety of other clinical areas and opportunities.

We offer advanced treatments including SABR, DIBH, VMAT, and Adaptive Radiotherapy, and are proud to be a Centre of Excellence for Surface Guided Radiotherapy in partnership with Vision RT.

We currently support a number of students and apprentices within our department and are committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Our team is passionate about education and offers excellent learning opportunities, with structured clinical supervision, mentorship, and access to a wide range of professional development resources.

Our diverse and inclusive department is dedicated to delivering high-quality care while supporting your growth and success throughout your training and beyond.

Date posted

04 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year (B3 in training; B4 final year training; Band 5 on qualification)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7165502PCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading & Bracknell

RG1 5AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information relating to the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information relating to the post.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Grade C or 4 or equivalent for Maths, Science and English (with certification) / UCAS points: 112: From any of the qualifications as listed in the Person Specification (located at the end of the attached Job Description).

Desirable

Prior learning and experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Experience

Essential

Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview.

Desirable

Previous experience of working in a health care setting.

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of what Radiotherapy is and how this impacts cancer patients and their diagnosis and prognosis.
NHS Care Values.

Desirable

Knowledge of HCPC, IRMER.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Grade C or 4 or equivalent for Maths, Science and English (with certification) / UCAS points: 112: From any of the qualifications as listed in the Person Specification (located at the end of the attached Job Description).

Desirable

Prior learning and experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Experience

Essential

Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview.

Desirable

Previous experience of working in a health care setting.

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of what Radiotherapy is and how this impacts cancer patients and their diagnosis and prognosis.
NHS Care Values.

Desirable

Knowledge of HCPC, IRMER.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading & Bracknell

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading & Bracknell

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)